⛪ Cathedral of Our Lady of Fair Haven
Dominica
About This Sacred Site
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Fair Haven is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Roseau, located in the capital city of Dominica. Originally built of wood in 1730 by the French, the cathedral was reconstructed in stone multiple times due to hurricanes and fires. The current Romanesque Revival structure, built from local volcanic stone, features beautiful stained-glass windows and serves as the spiritual centre for the island's predominantly Catholic population.
Key Facts
- •Originally built in 1730 as a wooden structure by French settlers
- •Rebuilt multiple times due to hurricanes and fires
- •Constructed from locally quarried volcanic stone
- •Features Romanesque Revival architectural style
- •About 60% of Dominicans are Roman Catholic
Location
Coordinates: 15.3010, -61.3881
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